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Exploring the best in film music, with host Lynne Warfel. Listen live at 10 a.m. central every Saturday on YourClassical Radio — now 2 hours! And be sure to follow us on Letterboxd!


Flicks in Five: Miracle on 34th Street

Lynne has been at this radio thing since 1984 when she fell into an historic job at KFAC AM and FM, the commercial classical station in Los Angeles.  She was the first woman staff announcer in the station's history, and it was such big news back then, it made the LA newspapers and national radio publications.  She is thrilled women in radio is no longer newsworthy.


Lynne Warfel

The first movie to be shot on location at the Macy's Day Parade in New York City, 'Miracle on 34th Street' was also the first major vehicle for then-child star Natalie Wood.


Miracle on 34th Street - Trailer

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Flicks in Five: When Harry Met Sally

Whenever there's a listener request show on Saturday Cinema or Flicks in Five, 1989's "When Harry Met Sally invariably comes up.


Flicks in Five: The Longest Day

Randy Salas is the senior digital producer of classical music for Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media. He oversees all classical digital content, including the website, social media, videos, e-newsletters and podcasts.


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Randy Salas

Saturday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day, when we thank our military veterans for their service and pay tribute to the sacrifices they've made for our country. Classical MPR is offering a musical salute for the occasion.


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A musical salute to our veterans, from the Twin Cities to Hollywood

Flicks in Five: Elizabeth and Essex

This week's Flicks in Five celebrates "The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex," music by Erich Wolfgang Korngold.


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Flicks in Five: The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex

Saturday Cinema, July 30, 2016 - John Waxman

Lynne Warfel's complete interview with John Waxman

On this week's Saturday Cinema, Lynne Warfel talks to John Waxman, son of famous film composer Franz Waxman. There will also be a tribute to Marni Nixon, who passed away this week at age 86.


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Saturday Cinema: Franz Waxman

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

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Jamila Joiner

Fall means back to school. This week's Flicks in Five highlights the story of a beloved school teacher as he recounts his career and personal life over the years.


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Flicks in Five: Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Flicks In Five: The Princess Bride

"The Princess Bride", a love story based on William Goldman's novel, became a rare success and cult classic after being turned into a movie in 1987. It is considered one of the greatest comedies and romances in cinematic history.


Production still from "The Princess Bride"

Flicks in Five: The Princess Bride

Flicks in Five: The Piano

A trailblazer in the field of filmmaking, Jane Campion's award winning short film The Piano is highlighted by smooth harmonies and the majestic flow of piano notes in this score written by Michael Nyman.


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Flicks in Five: Lawrence of Arabia

Inspired by the boisterous percussion section, Maurice Jarre directs the BBC Concert Orchestra in featuring these prominent instruments in his score of Lawrence of Arabia.
